The Weeknd

Canada

"Rich synth layers pulse beneath sparse yet evocative melodies, creating an intoxicating interplay of tension and release."

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Kiss Land

2013

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Career Arc

The Weeknd's discography from 2011 to 2025

2011 2018 2025

Echoes of Silence (2011) House of Balloons (2011) Thursday (2011) Trilogy (2012) Twenty Eight (2012) Wicked Games (2012) Crew Love (2012) Kiss Land (2013) Elastic Heart (2013) Live For (2013) Earned It (2014) Love Me Harder (2014) Often (2014) Wanderlust (2014) Beauty Behind the Madness (2015) Wonderful (2015) Might Not (2015) In the Night (2015) Can't Feel My Face (2015) The Hills (2015)

The Weeknd reshaped the landscape of modern pop and R&B, introducing a sound that marries atmospheric production with deeply personal narratives.

The Weeknd reshaped the landscape of modern pop and R&B, introducing a sound that marries atmospheric production with deeply personal narratives. His music captures the complexity of contemporary emotions, providing a soundtrack for a generation grappling with themes of love, loss, and indulgence in both pleasure and pain. By weaving together haunting melodies and relatable experiences, he has carved out a space that feels intimate yet universally resonant. Central to The Weeknd’s innovation is his ability to blend elements of electronic music with classic R&B sensibilities, creating expansive soundscapes that draw listeners in while maintaining an air of mystery. His use of layered vocals and immersive production allows for a sonic exploration that often feels cinematic, inviting audiences to lose themselves in the experience. This approach has not only redefined what R&B can be but has also influenced countless artists seeking to capture a similar emotional depth. Lyrically, The Weeknd often delves into the darker sides of desire and vulnerability, employing a voice that is both confessional and detached. His storytelling oscillates between stark honesty and impressionistic imagery, crafting scenes that evoke raw emotions without shying away from the complexities of human relationships. This duality creates a tension in his work that resonates powerfully with listeners navigating their own struggles.

Full discography

The Weeknd's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

64 releases • 14 albums • 1 EP • 2011–2025

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Albums ()

Hurry Up Tomorrow

2025

The Idol Vol. 1

2023

Live at SoFi Stadium

2023

Dawn FM

2022

The Highlights

2021

After Hours

2020

The Weeknd in Japan

2018

Starboy

2016

Beauty Behind the Madness

2015

Kiss Land

2013

Trilogy

2012

Echoes of Silence

2011

House of Balloons

2011

Thursday

2011

EPs ()

My Dear Melancholy,

2018

Singles ()

Cry for Me

2025

Dancing in the Flames

2024

Young Metro

2024

Double Fantasy

2023

Out of Time

2022

Sacrifice

2022

Poison

2021

La Fama

2021

One Right Now

2021

Moth to a Flame

2021

Die for It

2021

Take My Breath

2021

You Right

2021

Save Your Tears (Remix)

2021

Save Your Tears

2020

King of the Fall

2020

Over Now

2020

Smile

2020

In Your Eyes

2020

Blinding Lights

2019

Heartless

2019

Lost in the Fire

2019

Wake Up

2019

Power Is Power

2019

Call Out My Name

2018

Die for You

2017

Rockin' (The Weeknd song)

2017

Reminder

2017

Lust for Life

2017

Party Monster

2016

Secrets

2016

I Feel It Coming

2016

False Alarm

2016

Low Life

2016

Acquainted

2016

Wonderful

2015

Might Not

2015

In the Night

2015

Can't Feel My Face

2015

The Hills

2015

Earned It

2014

Love Me Harder

2014

Often

2014

Wanderlust

2014

Elastic Heart

2013

Live For

2013

Twenty Eight

2012

Wicked Games

2012

Crew Love

2012

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Timeline

How their sound evolved over time

House of Balloons (2011)

Echoes of Silence (2011)

Thursday (2011)

Trilogy (2012)

Kiss Land (2013)

Beauty Behind the Ma... (2015)

Starboy (2016)

The Weeknd in Japan (2018)

My Dear Melancholy, (2018)

After Hours (2020)

The Highlights (2021)

Dawn FM (2022)

The Idol Vol. 1 (2023)

Live at SoFi Stadium (2023)

Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Weeknd sound like?

Rich synth layers pulse beneath sparse yet evocative melodies, creating an intoxicating interplay of tension and release. Rooted in contemporary R&B and alternative R&B. Start with Starboy.

What is the best The Weeknd album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Starboy" (2016). It's the most representative of what makes The Weeknd worth hearing.

Who is The Weeknd for?

If you're into contemporary R&B and alternative R&B, The Weeknd is worth your time. Rich synth layers pulse beneath sparse yet evocative melodies, creating an intoxicating interplay of tension and release.

How many albums does The Weeknd have?

The Weeknd has 64 releases in their discography, including 14 albums and 1 EP.

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